distressed
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President George W. Bush later that month vowed to pursue fixes like fortifying cockpit doors and “technology to enable controllers to take over distressed aircraft and land it by remote control.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
The drummer said she was distressed by the paucity of water stations available, and feared the triple-digit heat was a risk for fans.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
She also pulled his duvet off without any warning, causing him to become distressed and agitated.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
Pickings have been slim for investors looking to buy distressed property at cheap prices in recent years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 22, 2026
May would be the first out, standing in the living room and talking to the distressed bat: “Poor little feller. Must be scared to death. You never meant to come into this old trailer....”
From "Missing May" by Cynthia Rylant
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